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Erica Brausen

1908–1992

Copy letter from Erica Brausen to Francis Bacon 26 June 1958
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Erica Brausen (31 January 1908 – 16 December 1992), was an art dealer and gallerist who established the Hanover Gallery in London in 1948. She was an early champion of several influential contemporary artists, most notably Francis Bacon.

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Letter from Francis Bacon to Erica Brausen, addressed Salisbury, South Rhodesia

Francis Bacon, recipient: Erica Brausen
22 February 1951
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Copy letter from Erica Brausen to Francis Bacon

Erica Brausen
26 June 1958
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Letter from Francis Bacon to Erica Brausen, addressed Tangier, Morocco

Francis Bacon, recipient: Erica Brausen
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Handwritten note from Francis Bacon to Erica Brausen on reverse of exhibition card

Francis Bacon, recipient: Erica Brausen
[1957]
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